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Canada News.Net
a day ago
- Business
- Canada News.Net
Contract rejected: Boeing faces defense worker strike threat
ST. LOUIS, Missouri: Boeing is bracing for a strike at its defense manufacturing hub in the St. Louis area after unionized workers voted down a proposed labor contract. The rejection, described as "overwhelming" by the union, puts production of key military aircraft at risk, including the U.S. Air Force's new F-47 fighter jet. On July 22, more than 3,200 members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) District 837 were presented with the offer. The proposal included a 20 percent general wage increase over four years, a US$5,000 ratification bonus, and expanded vacation and sick leave benefits. However, union leaders said the offer failed to adequately reflect the contributions and sacrifices of the skilled workforce. "The proposal from Boeing Defense fell short of addressing the priorities and sacrifices of the skilled IAM Union workforce," the union said in a statement. Boeing expressed disappointment at the outcome. "We are disappointed Boeing employees voted down the richest contract offer we've ever presented to IAM 837, which addressed all their stated priorities," said Dan Gillian, vice president and general manager of Boeing's Air Dominance division, and senior executive at the St. Louis site. Gillian added that the company has activated its contingency plan and is preparing for a possible strike. No additional negotiations are currently scheduled between Boeing and the union. The current contract expires on Sunday. After that, a seven-day cooling-off period will begin, meaning a strike could begin as early as the following weekend. Boeing's defense operations in the St. Louis region are expanding, particularly to support the production of the F-47 fighter jet. The company secured the contract for the aircraft earlier this year as part of the U.S. Air Force's broader modernization plans. The F-47 is part of the Next Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) program, a cutting-edge initiative to replace the aging F-22 Raptor fleet. Designed as a "family of systems" centered on a sixth-generation fighter jet, NGAD represents the future of air combat capabilities for the U.S. military.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Health
- The Irish Sun
Tributes paid to ‘courageous' Dublin boy, 9, who died after 3-yr wait for spinal surgery & parents' brave Dail campaign
TRIBUTES have been paid to Harvey Sherratt Morrison, who has sadly passed away this week just months after getting long-awaited spinal surgery following a brave campaign from his parents. Advertisement 3 Harvey Sherratt Morrison became a household name as his mam Gillian and dad Stephen campaigned for action on waiting lists Credit: Gary Ashe-Commissioned by The Sun Dublin 3 Harvey sadly passed away this week 3 Harvey was left waiting over three years for scoliosis surgery Credit: Gary Ashe-Commissioned by The Sun Dublin Harvey was The youngster's parents Stephen and Gillian They were then left furious to find out that their son had actually been removed from the waiting list without them being informed. The Advertisement Read more on Little Harvey After a hard fought campaign by his parents, Harvey The family have now informed people who had supported the campaign for Harvey's surgery that their son has sadly passed away this week after a very short illness. In a heartbreaking tribute, Harvey's mum Gillian said: 'It is with the heaviest of hearts that myself and Stephen have to announce that our little rockstar Harvey passed away this morning with us by his side.' Harvey will be laid to rest over the weekend. Advertisement Most read in The Irish Sun Live Blog In a touching funeral notice, the family said: 'In his short life Harvey faced more challenges than most, and was the bravest, strongest and most courageous boy. To know him was to love him, and he definitely left his mark on this world.' The devastating news has sparked a flurry of tributes to the youngster who was always smiling and joyful when he met the Irish Sun during his parent's brave campaign for his surgery. Heartbreaking footage of Harvey Sherratt in pain amid scoliosis surgery wait hell Amanda Coughlan of the Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Paediatric Advocacy group has called on people to 'rally one last time for Harvey'. Amanda launched a GoFundMe campaign to help raise money for the family 'to give them the time and space they need to grieve'. Advertisement She said: 'I am creating this fund to offer support to my friends, Gillian and Stephen, after the devastating loss of their beautiful 9-year-old son, Harvey. 'Harvey was a much-loved son to them and a brother to Lyla and Remy. He had spina bifida and was a full-time wheelchair user. 'Harvey became a household name due to his parents' relentless fight in the media to secure timely access to medical care for him. Advertisement 'He waited over three years for scoliosis surgery, and by the time of the surgery at the end of 2024, his curvature had reached 130 degrees.' Details of how to donate to the GoFundMe campaign are available on the fundraising website under the Harvey (Sherratt) Morrison campaign. Our Kids Can't Wait Campaign WAITING lists in Ireland have long been a national disgrace. More than 106,000 children are on hospital waiting lists for all treatments. However, a new source of shame has emerged as 327 children wait for life changing spinal surgeries. Their conditions are getting worse while they languish on waiting lists. Such are the delays, many child patients will be outside the therapeutic window when their treatments are approved. Earlier this month, the Seanad heard how at least one child has become permanently paralysed since the issue was raised publicly before Christmas. Their plight has been spearheaded by campaigning Senator Tom Clonan, who himself has a child with a disability. Former Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has even admitted that the health service is failing these kids. Children are being allowed to deteriorate due to mismanagement, which has allowed the waiting lists to grow. The Irish Sun's Kids Can't Wait campaign aims to shine a light on how the State is failing sick children and give their families a voice. It will also force the Government to do something to clear the backlog of operations and give these children a chance of living a normal life.
Qatar Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
Boeing workers threaten strikes as union rejects contract offer
Agencies Members of a union representing workers who assemble fighter jets at two Boeing facilities rejected the company's proposed new contract Sunday, opening the door for possible strikes. 'IAM Union members delivered a clear message: the proposal from Boeing Defense fell short of addressing the priorities and sacrifices of the skilled ... workforce,' the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) said in a statement. More than 3,200 union members employed at Boeing facilities in the Midwestern states of Missouri and Illinois rejected the company's contract to the union, their contract was set to expire at the end of the day on Sunday. The workers in IAM branch 837 will go on strike if no deal is reached with the aerospace giant in the next seven days. The move could deal a serious blow to the company, after a seven-weeklong walkout by Seattle-based workers last year crippled two of Boeing's major assembly plants. 'We're disappointed our employees voted down the richest contract offer we've ever presented to IAM 837, which addressed all their stated priorities,' said Dan Gillian, vice president of Boeing Air Dominance and general manager of the site in St. Louis, Missouri. In a statement sent to Agence France-Presse (AFP), Gillian said no talks were scheduled with the union and the company was 'preparing for a strike.' Boeing's proposal included a 20% pay hike over four years and more vacation members working at sites in St. Louis and Mascoutah, Illinois, felt it did not meet their needs and did not guarantee a 'secure future,' according to the union.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘Beautiful couple', cry fans as Westlife's Shane Filan and wife Gillian enjoy romantic boat trip on sun-soaked holiday
WESTLIFE star Shane Filan has left fans gushing after he shared a "beautiful" snap with his wife. The Irish singer and his wife Gillian jetted off to 2 Shane and his wife Gillian posed for a loved-up holiday snap Credit: Instagram 2 Fans shared their love for his post Credit: Getty Images The couple were all smiles as they huddled in close for the camera, holding a drink and enjoying the stunning views. Gillian looked effortlessly chic in brown shorts and a black top paired with a stylish straw hat and oversized sunglasses. Meanwhile, Shane kept things casual in cream shorts and a black shirt with white stripes paired with black sunglasses. READ MORE ON SHANE FILAN He captioned his post: "Family time in the sun." Fans and friends flocked to the comments to share their love for his post. Kalyn said: "Beautiful couple." Louise wrote: "Gorgeous couple in the sunshine." MOST READ IN THE IRISH SUN Donatella gushed: "Beautiful couple Shane and Gillian, have fun on this holiday." Another added: "Aw enjoy you beautiful pair." Westlife star Shane Filan's daughter shows off talent Last week, Shane's daughter celebrated her The singer has been married to Gillian for 20 years and they are parents to their daughter Nicole, 20, and sons Patrick, 16, and Shane Junior, 15. Their beloved eldest child and only daughter The family jetted over to Portugal to enjoy the special occasion in the sun. FAM FUN Shane's bandmate Gillian shared some gorgeous snaps of them celebrating Nicole over on Instagram. Before heading to the bar, Nicole posed for a snap by the pool in their villa with her birthday sash on. The families then got all dolled up to party in BJ's Oceanside, which is a beach-side restaurant located on Praia do Almargem. The 20-year-old looked gorgeous wearing a cream halter neck cropped sequin top from SHEIN and a long white flowy maxi skirt. She was all smiles as she got in a snap with her mum, who wore a white off-the-shoulder playsuit.
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First Post
4 days ago
- Business
- First Post
Boeing faces fresh strike threats in US, workers serve 7-day ultimatum in 2 fighter jet factories
Members of the union representing workers who assemble Boeing fighter jets have rejected a new contract proposed by the US aircraft manufacturer, paving the way for possible strikes read more The logo of Boeing company the manufacturer of the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad Members of the union representing workers who assemble Boeing fighter jets have rejected a new contract proposed by the US aircraft manufacturer, paving the way for possible strikes. The company have already been facing numerous scrutiny with its aircraft being involved in numerous crashes and accidents. 'IAM Union members delivered a clear message: the proposal from Boeing Defence fell short of addressing the priorities and sacrifices of the skilled… workforce,' the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers said in a statement. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD It is pertinent to note that more than 3,200 members of the union who are employed at Boeing facilities in the midwestern states of Missouri and Illinois rejected the company's contract offer. They noted that their contract expires at the end of the day on Sunday. What happens after the contract expires After the deadline, the workers who are part of the IAM branch 837 will go on strike if no deal is reached with the aerospace giant in the next seven days. The strike could cause a serious blow to the company, which already struggled with a seven-week-long walkout by Seattle-based workers last year. The 2024 strikes crippled two of Boeing's major assembly plants. 'We're disappointed our employees voted down the richest contract offer we've ever presented to IAM 837, which addressed all their stated priorities,' said Dan Gillian, vice-president of Boeing Air Dominance and general manager of the site in St. Louis, Missouri. While speaking to AFP, Gillian revealed that no talks were scheduled with the union, and the company was 'preparing for a strike.' As per the reports, Boeing's proposal included a 20 per cent pay increase over four years and more vacation days. However, members working at the St. Louis and Mascoutah, Illinois, argued that the deal did not meet their needs and did not guarantee a 'secure future,' the union said in the statement. Boeing is yet to respond to the group's rejection. With inputs from AFP.
